In spite of a few soft spots, freight and rates finish the month of May on a high note. Terry Scruton gets the latest from Mark Montague of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.
Congress will soon face another increase in the U.S. government’s debt limit. However, the expected battle over that could well delay a number of issues important to truckers. Mark Reddig finds out what’s happening and why from Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Every year, thousands, possibly millions of people owe back taxes to the IRS. Rather than deal with it, they try to fly under the radar. I’ll find out why that’s a bad idea – and get some solutions – from Shasta May of MBA Tax and Bookkeeping Service.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Endorsements – in politics, that means one person supporting another running for public office. In truck insurance, it could mean covering you for mechanical failure in your reefer or covering an unattended truck. Terry Scruton talks with Trina McIntyre and Stacey Sanders of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department.
The White House released its budget earlier this week and there’s plenty in there about infrastructure. It’s also drawing quite the reaction from Congress. Terry Scruton will find out more from Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office
Everyday Heroes, Highway Angels, Knights of the Road … It’s a relatively common theme in the trucking industry. That’s because it’s true. Mary McKenna reports on a trucker who comforted a woman in her final moments.
Indiana is the latest state to call for trucks to have the right-of-way in roundabouts. Mary McKenna talks with our state legislative experts, Keith Goble and Mike Matousek.
Sleep apnea is a growing medical problem among truck drivers and the general population at large. Mark Reddig gets an update on the latest medical information from Dr. Elliott Alpher. Plus he’ll talk with Rick Welsh of Welsh & Associates about the benefits and drawbacks of Minimum Essential Coverage health insurance plans.
It may be hot, but state governments are dealing with cold issues – requiring removal of snow and ice from atop vehicles, including big trucks. Mary McKenna talks with Land Line Magazine’s State Legislative Editor, Keith Goble, and OOIDA’s Director of Governmental Affairs, Mike Matousek.
Jon Osburn is going from one truck show directly into another – but while he’s on the way, he offered a warning about holiday weekend traffic. Mark Reddig talks with the man who drives the Spirit of the American Truckers.
Memorial Day is coming up and while it’s a cause for reflection and remembrance, it’s also a high time for cargo theft. Terry Scruton talks about some ways you can keep yourself and your cargo secure from OOIDA’s Director of Security Operations Doug Morris. They’ll also have details about a warning issued by the Transportation Security Administration regarding the possibility of a hijacked truck being used in a terrorist attack on a public place.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Last week was Infrastructure Week – but America’s infrastructure is in lousy shape. And OOIDA’s Todd Spencer says unless we get better leadership on the issues from our nation’s capital, the problem is likely to remain – and possibly produce even worse problems. Terry Scruton reports.
Some time back, a bill was passed to give veterans of our armed forces the option to get their DOT physical with their regular VA doctors if they wanted to pursue a career in trucking. Now, some in Congress are trying to broaden that original legislation so even more can benefit. Mark Reddig talks with Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Van freight holds steady, while a shifting produce season brings traffic to different lanes for reefer freight. Terry Scruton talks with Peggy Dorf of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.
The administration unveiled its budget proposal today, and some big changes are planned for the world of transportation. Mark Reddig gets a rundown from Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
The news these days presents us with a world seemingly in chaos, yet the stock market seems relatively calm. Terry Scruton explores some of the reasons why that is – and how long it will last – with Steve Friedell of Central States Capital.
OOIDA is asking Canadian officials to back away from a possible ban on the use of CB radios. Mark Reddig discusses that, plus a possible left-lane restriction in Louisiana, with OOIDA’s Director of Government Affairs, Mike Matousek.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Sometimes, even a tragic story can have a touching moment. That’s certainly the case with a truck driver’s widow and her lost wedding ring. Terry Scruton talks with Land Line Magazine’s editor in chief, Sandi Soendker, and Associate Editor Greg Grisolano
The week just ended has been all about infrastructure. But as we look back at all the meetings, announcements and proposals, what has really changed, if anything, and what have we learned? Mark Reddig finds out from Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Every year, a group of young people with great potential get a financial boost for their education when the winners of the OOIDA Mary Johnston Scholarship are announced. Mary McKenna has a report.
Louisiana may soon impose state sales and use taxes on the shipment and transportation of tangible personal property. Reed Black talks with our state legislative experts, Keith Goble and Mike Matousek.
A safety program born of tragedy focuses on teaching teen drivers how to be safe on the road, including how to share the road with large trucks. Terry Scruton talks with Doug Herbert, founder of BRAKES.
State governments around the country are pushing to hike fuel taxes to pay for needed road work. Reed Black talks with our state legislative experts, Keith Goble and Mike Matousek.
